These little guys surprised me as there have been no other butterflies for at least a week. That's the common name for this tiny butterfly, Plebejus saepilous. Note that Mardi Gras is still partying on.

Salvia guaranitica "Black and Blue" The Garden BuzzI hope that B & B doesn't let fame go to its pretty head after recently starring in my very first garden video!

Salvia elegans "Honeydew Melon Sage" The Garden Buzz

This shorter version of pineapple sage blooms earlier, way earlier, than the original. The flavor and scent are not as strong, but it's better than nothing for us 'up north' gardeners.

Chalone lyonii "Hot Lips" The Garden Buzz

Pink Turtlehead is looking forward to her screen debut in my next "Ya Gotta Love This Plant" video series. She's just glowing with excitement.

Helianthus "Lemon Queen" The Garden Buzz

This beautiful cultivar of native sunflower is quite poplar with bees right now. Rumor has it she might be up for a featured role as well. Stay tuned.

Single bloom on volunteer nasturtium The Garden Buzz

Lady beetle inside Cobaea scandens The Garden Buzz

Sometimes known as Cathedral Bells, also Cup and Saucer, this vine started blooming late, the partial shady site to blame. But the few blooms have been delightful, as well as the purple tendrils.

Rhododendron "Purple Gem" The Garden Buzz

I'm no expert on rhodies, but I don't think it should be budding out in October. Hmmm.

These little guys surprised me as there have been no other butterflies for at least a week. That's the common name for this tiny butterfly, Plebejus saepilous. Note that Mardi Gras is still partying on.

Salvia guaranitica "Black and Blue" The Garden BuzzI hope that B & B doesn't let fame go to its pretty head after recently starring in my very first garden video!

Salvia elegans "Honeydew Melon Sage" The Garden Buzz

This shorter version of pineapple sage blooms earlier, way earlier, than the original. The flavor and scent are not as strong, but it's better than nothing for us 'up north' gardeners.

Chalone lyonii "Hot Lips" The Garden Buzz

Pink Turtlehead is looking forward to her screen debut in my next "Ya Gotta Love This Plant" video series. She's just glowing with excitement.

Helianthus "Lemon Queen" The Garden Buzz

This beautiful cultivar of native sunflower is quite poplar with bees right now. Rumor has it she might be up for a featured role as well. Stay tuned.

Single bloom on volunteer nasturtium The Garden Buzz

Lady beetle inside Cobaea scandens The Garden Buzz

Sometimes known as Cathedral Bells, also Cup and Saucer, this vine started blooming late, the partial shady site to blame. But the few blooms have been delightful, as well as the purple tendrils.

Rhododendron "Purple Gem" The Garden Buzz

I'm no expert on rhodies, but I don't think it should be budding out in October. Hmmm.